The first dental X-ray was developed right before the turn of the 20th century. Despite being one of the oldest medical imaging tools, doctors constantly turn to X-rays for medical and dental diagnoses. Today, patients benefit from ongoing advancement of medical...

If you’ve ever suffered a broken tooth, you know how painful it can be. The injury could require a crown or cap, which is designed as a new, protective shell for the damaged tooth. Made from various materials such as metal, gold, resin and porcelain, crowns fit over...

Parents will always remember their baby’s first smile and first tooth. Keeping that smile happy and healthy for a lifetime starts with early dental care. But how early? Within six months of the magical moment when a child’s first tooth sprouts, you can begin to...

When dental offices began to reopen following COVID-19 restrictions, they implemented enhanced safety measures that keep patients safe. Some of these measures you’ll learn about have been standard operating procedure for a very long time while others are new. Here’s a...

From a very young age, we learn the importance of regular toothbrushing and flossing. Keeping up with teeth cleaning helps prevent tooth decay, cavities and other oral ailments. Good oral hygiene and regular visits to the dentist are two excellent habits that will...

During a regular visit to the dentist, you are likely to have a routine X-ray image made of one or more of your jaws. Using a ping of radiation, these black and white pictures depict teeth, bones and soft tissues — but they have limitations since they are only...

Ignoring an oral health issue can lead to unnecessary stress and bigger consequences if left untreated. A dental emergency can develop unpredictably, putting patients in a tough spot about what to do next. Remember, not all sudden dental issues constitute an...

A new study shows the use of personal protective equipment within the dental office setting is highly effective in the fight to stop the spread of COVID-19. While dental hygienists face an elevated risk for contracting the disease, according to the U.S. Occupational...

Tooth sensitivity. Tooth pain. And tooth stains. These are all possible indicators for having a cavity. They are not the only signs, however. A person may have a decayed tooth without even feeling any pain or discomfortable whatsoever despite eating ice cream or...

From time to time, it’s normal to feel a little parched and experience a fleeting moment of cotton mouth. A glass of water or chewing gum is usually the remedy to reverse sudden mouth dryness. But, what happens if dry mouth becomes more common? What if you wake up...